Messiah North Vocalist
Messiah Lutheran Church and Preschool
Job Description
Position: Messiah North Vocalist
Status: Part-time, Stipend Position Revised: Sept. 2025
Position Purpose:
The Lead Vocalist will serve as the primary singer for Messiah’s contemporary worship
band, operating out of the Ridgefield, Washington location, helping lead the
congregation in engaging, Christ-centered worship. This role combines musical
leadership with a heart for ministry, aligning with the theology and mission of the
Lutheran tradition while embracing a modern worship style. This is a part-time, stipend role and consists of 4-5 hours weekly.
Essential Job Duties:
- Serve as the lead singer for the contemporary worship team during a weekly service on Sunday mornings and special events.
- Assist with vocal arrangements and harmonies for the worship team.
- Attend and participate in weekly rehearsals and worship team meetings.
- Collaborate with other vocalists and musicians to ensure cohesive and unified worship experiences.
- Work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently, to accomplish goals and objectives.
- Stay current on worship music, new releases, worship artists, recordings, etc.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Required Attributes, Skills and Abilities:
- A sincere love for God and God’s people.
- A solid understanding of the foundations of the Christian faith and a willingness to learn the Lutheran traditions.
- Skilled vocalist and ability to enthusiastically facilitate musical worship.
- Regular on time and consistent attendance and communication is essential to the success of this position.
Working Conditions:
The physical working conditions are primarily inside during the cooler rainier months and working outside under a covered tent during warmer seasons. Moving between the various worship locations (i.e., indoor or outdoor) on concrete. Moving and carrying loads not to exceed 20 pounds may be required. Chemical exposure is limited to craft, office and cleaning supplies.
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.